Dakota Wright
New Philadelphia,OH
Summary
Results-oriented professional with experience as Interim Athletic Director at Kent State Tuscarawas, emphasizing student-before-athlete development and excelling in relationship management and event organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Athletic Director
KENT STATE TUSCARAWAS
10.2024 - Current
- Achieved first national championship in volleyball in 2024.
- Scheduled and organized activities for eight sports teams.
- Facilitated initiation of three new sports programs.
- Increased athletic program enrollment by 40% within one year.
- Developed an Athletic Day for prospective student-athletes.
- Established Registration Day to secure preferred class schedules.
2-YEAR INTERNSHIP
KENT STATE TUSCARAWAS
05.2022 - 10.2024
- Strategically aligned 300 games within our parameters of the rules allowed/USCAA
- Achieved budget goals consistently over a 24-month period
- Approved coaches’ requests in compliance with policy and budget.
Education
Master of Arts - Sports Administration
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio, OHBachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio, OHReferences
Kent State Tuscarawas
Rob Brindley
Athletic Director/Golf Coach
330-260-3332
Kent State University
Mark Lyberger
Head of Sports Administration Program
330-352-1957
Kent State Tuscarawas
Chad Conrad
Director, Philanthropy
330-365-7750
Timeline
Interim Athletic Director
KENT STATE TUSCARAWAS
10.2024 - Current
2-YEAR INTERNSHIP
KENT STATE TUSCARAWAS
05.2022 - 10.2024
Master of Arts - Sports Administration
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Administration
Kent State University